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Vegan Pecan Pie Cookies

Vegan Pecan Pie Cookies
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If you’re in search of a delightful treat that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth, these Vegan Pecan Pie Cookies are the perfect solution. Imagine the comforting flavors of a classic pecan pie transformed into chewy cookie form, making them ideal for cozy evenings or family gatherings. With a deliciously gooey pecan filling enveloped in soft cinnamon-spiced dough, each bite is an indulgent experience that captures the essence of comfort food. Easy to prepare and wonderfully versatile, these cookies can be made ahead of time, ensuring you always have a sweet treat on hand for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
  • 1/2 cup vegan butter (room temperature)
  • 3/4 cup sugar (½ cup for dough, 2 tablespoons for rolling)
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 3 tablespoons water)
  • 1 1/2 cups + 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: In a small bowl, mix water and cornstarch until smooth. Melt vegan butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring in chopped pecans, brown sugar, maple syrup, and vanilla paste until thickened.
  2. Make the cookie dough: Cream together room temperature vegan butter and sugars until fluffy. Add the flax egg and vanilla paste. Gradually incorporate flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. Assemble cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions, flatten slightly, add about half a teaspoon of filling in the center, cover with another scoop of dough, roll into balls and coat in sugar.
  4. Bake cookies: Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges.

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